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Things to Do Near Guayaquil Nature & Adventure in the Cloud Forest
When you arrive at Safari Lodge in the cloud forest near Guayaquil, you will discover a wide range of activities and nature experiences.
Enjoy waterfall hikes, forest trails, mountain biking, and relaxing moments at our natural spa. You can also visit a local Shuar community and learn about their traditions, food, and ancestral rituals.
For bird lovers, our birdwatching programs offer the chance to see unique tropical species in their natural habitat.
We also offer exclusive wellness services, including relaxing massages in the forest or right in front of a waterfall.
Safari Lodge is a perfect destination for travelers looking for nature, adventure, and unique things to do near Guayaquil.
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Massage session
$ 160
$ 140 per couple
- Outdoor
- 1h20min
- for couples
This is a full body relaxing massage session for two people, offered outdoors in a quiet natural setting. Having your massage outdoors makes it feel more exclusive and personal. It’s not a busy spa or a closed room. It’s a private moment created just for you, surrounded by nature. The massage is designed to release tension, improve circulation, and help your body fully relax. As you enjoy the session, you’ll hear the sounds of the forest around you the breeze, birds, and flowing water making the experience even more peaceful.
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Birdwatching near Guayaquil
$ 200
$ 160 x couple
- Cloud forest
- 2 - 4 hours
- for couples
This is a full body relaxing massage session for two people, offered outdoors in a quiet natural setting. Having your massage outdoors makes it feel more exclusive and personal. It’s not a busy spa or a closed room. It’s a private moment created just for you, surrounded by nature. The massage is designed to release tension, improve circulation, and help your body fully relax. As you enjoy the session, you’ll hear the sounds of the forest around you the breeze, birds, and flowing water making the experience even more peaceful.
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Hikes and waterfalls
$ 150
$ 110 x couple
- Outdoor
- 2 - 4 hours
- for couples
Most of our programs include waterfall hikes in the cloud forest of Bucay. However, if you would like to explore more, this area offers several different trails and waterfalls where you can spend more time in nature. The forest near Guayaquil has many scenic hiking routes, each with its own views, rivers, and hidden waterfalls. Some trails are short and easy, while others allow for a longer walk through the mountains.
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Rapelling waterfalls
$ 120
$ 100 x couple
- adventure Outdoor
- 2 hours
- for couples
Experience waterfall rappelling in Bucay, just two hours from Guayaquil. This adventure activity takes place in the cloud forest, surrounded by rivers, mountains, and tropical nature. This waterfall descent is ideal for beginners and for guests who want to try a safe and exciting adventure during their stay at Safari Lodge. Professional guides provide equipment and clear instructions, so you can enjoy the experience step by step. It’s a great way to add some adventure travel to your nature retreat. Feel the water, enjoy the fresh air, and discover a different side of the cloud forest in Ecuador. Available to book an extra activity for our guests.
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Cloud forest Biking
$ 160
$ 129 x couple
- Mountain route
- 2 - 4 hours
- for couples
Enjoy a mountain biking tour in the cloud forest near Bucay, just two hours from Guayaquil. This 10 km route is mostly downhill, with a few small climbs along the way, making it fun and accessible for beginners and active travelers. Ride through scenic forest roads, breathe fresh mountain air, and enjoy beautiful views of rivers and green hills. The trail offers a mix of adventure and nature, perfect for guests who want to add some outdoor activity to their stay at Safari Lodge. This mountain bike experience is guided and safe, ideal for those who want to explore the cloud forest in a different way. Available to book like extra adventure activity for our guests.
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Shuar Community
$ 150
$ 120 x couple
- Cultural
- 1 hour
- for couples
Come and learn about a native Amazon community that migrated to this area of Bucay because of its similarity to the Amazon rainforest. During this one-hour cultural visit, you will discover their traditional food, music, and dances. They will also share a small introduction to their ancestral rituals and traditional medicine. This cultural experience near Guayaquil is a simple and authentic way to connect with Amazon traditions while staying in the cloud forest.
Upgrade Your Experience with Our Special Offers
Services with extra cost
We offer a variety of services to elevate your experience in the cloud forest.
Romantic Dinner
$ 60.00 / couple
you can add to do any nigth, and this is ideal to celebrate any special date in the cloud forest
- Food
- Fresh flowers
- Led candless
Romantic Cabin Decoration
$ 50.00
You can add it to any day of your stay. Perfect for anniversaries, birthdays, or any special date in the cloud forest
- Fresh Flowers
- LED Candles
- Balloons
Private Transport
$ 200
Round-trip private transport with hotel pick up and drop off, with English speaking drivers.
- From Guayaquil $200 x couple
- From Riobamba $300 x couple
- From Cuenca $400 x couple
ur Cloud Forest Spa is located in the mountains, just two hours from Guayaquil. Here, you don’t just receive a treatment — you feel nature around you. The scent of plants, the soft breeze, and the natural sounds help your body relax and your mind slow down.
This is more than a spa. It is a natural wellness experience in the heart of the cloud forest. A place where you reconnect with yourself, restore your energy, and leave feeling calm, clear, and renewed.
Being in front of a waterfall, listening to the sound of the water and feeling the fresh mountain air, while receiving a relaxing massage, is a true VIP wellness moment in nature. It is available only for our guests who are looking for something unique and unforgettable.
You can choose your ideal ingredient to your face.
CHOCOLATE OPTION:
IDEAL FOR:
Dry and dehydrated skin
TREATMENT INCLUDES:
- Deep facial cleansing
- Toner
- Chocolate exfoliation
- Active serum
- Relaxing facial massage with chocolate cream
- Chocolate mask
- Sun protection
MUD OPTION:
IDEAL FOR:
Oily, sensitive, or inflamed skin
TREATMENT:
- Facial cleanser
- toner
- spirulina exfoliant
- active serum
- relaxing facial massage with cream
- urea + AHA mask
- and sunscreen.
FRUIT OPTION:
IDEAL FOR:
Mature and dehydrated skin
TREATMENT:
- Facial cleanser
- toner
- passion fruit exfoliant
- active serum
- relaxing facial massage with rose hydrating cream
- hydroplastic mask with hyaluronic acid
- and sunscreen.
This is ideal to skin hydration and relax with half body massage
FACIAL
TREATMENT INCLUDES:
- Deep facial cleansing
- Toner
- Chocolate exfoliation
- Active serum
- Relaxing facial massage with chocolate cream
- Chocolate mask
- Sun protection
HALF BODY MASSAGE:
TREATMENT:
- 40min massage relax with body oil chocolate.
This treatment is ideal to help cleanse negative energy from the body and mind. ($20 extra person).
TREATMENT INCLUDES:
- A Shuar community shaman will use sacred plants and traditional chants to help cleanse your body and spirit.
- Complemented with a waterfall shower.
The warm steam helps relax the muscles, open the pores, and support body detox.
After the sauna, a refreshing cold shower helps improve circulation, boost energy, and leave you feeling awake and balanced.
